Physical Therapist

Human Touch Home Health Care; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health care organization in Colorado Springs seeks a Physical Therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care and rehabilitation services. This role involves patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with families and healthcare teams. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree, state licensure, and a passion for improving patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy required.
• Licensed to practice as a physical therapist in the state.
• CPR certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services according to physician's plan.
• Instructs patients and families in therapy use and goals.
• Participates in discharge planning and peer consultations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Patient Assessment

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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The physical therapist contracted or employed through the Organization is responsible for providing physical therapy services and for adherence to all conditions outlined in the Personnel Services Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides physical therapy services to patients according to a written physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act. This may include, but will not be limited to:
A. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic/rehabilitative/functional status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
B. Assesses for muscle strength, mobility, gait, ROM-potential for rehab.
C. Directing physical therapy treatment.
D. Instructing patients and families/caregivers in the use and care of therapeutic appliances.
E. Determining priority needs for physical therapy.
F. Reporting to physician patient's reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. Initiates physical therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregiver members in certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the physical therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
3. May train patient in the use of prosthetic device.
4. Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other home health services and refers as necessary.
5. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
6. Participates in discharge planning for patient.

Job Title/Position: Physical Therapist
7. Prepares and submits a clinical progress summary based on the attainment of goals as directed by Organization policy.
8. Provides physical therapy consultation to home families/caregivers when indicated.
9. Provides in-service education programs for nursing organization personnel as needed.
10. Participates in peer consultation process.
11. Supervises physical therapy assistants according to organization policy and state regulations.
12. When therapy is the only skilled service, instructs, supervises and evaluates home health aide care every two (2) weeks.
The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
1. Possesses a degree from a baccalaureate or master's program in physical therapy approved by an accredited organization.
2. Licensed to practice as physical therapist within the state, if applicable.
3. Two years of appropriate experience as a physical therapist. Community/home health experience is preferred.
4. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
5. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
6. Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Home Health Care Services

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